Wish to quit smoking in 2017? These tips will help you!

August 3, 2017

No matter the source, cigarettes, tobacco or smoke, all these agents are filled with nicotine that will deteriorate your health over a course of time. If you’ve been a smoker for a longer period of time, you know how devastating the effects can be, it also means it’s time to quit smoking.

Here, I am not only talking about mucus and shortage of breath but also other respiratory issues that commonly affect smokers.

This addiction is not only bad for its effects; it is also socially frowned upon. Recently, most countries have decided to put a stop to this nasty habit that became almost an epidemic. This is why smoking on streets is not common as it was some 10 years ago.

You all know that I struggle with cigarette smoking. It’s been a nasty habit for me since I was 18. It honestly feels like every month I try, and every month I fail. I’ve been implementing these tips lately to help me reduce and eventually quit, so I wanted to share them with you. I know that some of you struggle as well – and I know the struggle is real. So take a look at these tips, and try them out, see if they help you the same way they’ve been helping me.

If you’re also thinking about quitting smoking, here are some actionable free tips that will help you out on your way.

Thinking the right way

Every battle starts in your brain. Cigarettes are no different. Smokers first have to decide not to smoke. Here, I am not only talking about a short term resolutions or something that popped in your mind one time. No, I’m referring to a long-term engagement and life without cigarettes. Good way to start quit process is to be 100 % sure that you won’t smoke in future.

Getting rid of everything that reminds you of cigarettes

There are a lot of reasons why people smoke. Also, there are a lot of substances that make them smoke. For example, a lot of people commonly drink coffee or beer with their cigarettes. It is somewhat of a ritual and if you ask smokers they will tell you that the best cigarette is one in the morning that goes together with coffee. By reducing or eliminating other things that remind you of smokes you are effectively being able to remove them from your system.

Creating a home consensus

It is normal for more people in the family to smoke. This is one of the main reasons why quitting can be so hard. No matter how hard you try there will always be someone nearby that is still smoking making it easy to relapse. If you wish to turn a new leaf you need to do it together with those who are close to you. This resolution is not only good for you in term that you won’t have smokes nearby; it is also good as several family members will be on the same path to quitting making it much easier and reachable.

Buying smaller packs

If you wish to quit gradually, one of the best ways to do it is to gradually reduce amount of smokes you have lying around your home. Do not buy bigger cartons instead, get them pack by pack. Sometimes, if you’re smoking exclusively in company, stop bringing smokes with you and lend them from others. This will reduce the amount smoked as you won’t be inconsiderate towards others.

Dissociate yourself from smokers

Common practice for smokers is to go and have a few puffs during a job break. If you stop going out with smokers, you will less likely to smoke. Instead, make sure to stay in the office or try hanging around with a different group until smoking group finishes.

Use products that help you quit smoking

There are a lot of products online which can help you quit smoking. Patches and chewing gums are popular but the best one are electronic cigarettes. Not only do they help you quit, they also help you make an easier transition. They have e-liquid so they are much better solution that cigarettes with nicotine.

Do sports

Sports are one of the best ways to quit smoking. Instead of focusing on smokes, you will do something healthy in nature. Your body also cannot deal with both smokes and fatigue so you will slowly have to choose and will slowly reduce the amount of smokes you take per day.

With these simple tips you will quit smoking in no time! You can do it with a bit of help from friends and family.

Maria is a Writer, an advocate for Infertility and PCOS, and an avid baker and cook. Follow her adventures as an overworked work at home mom! Grab a cup of strong coffee, I recommend a nice espresso or a cappuccino and get ready to be entertained and educated.

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Maria is a Writer, an advocate for Infertility and PCOS, and an avid baker and cook. Follow her adventures as an overworked work at home mom! Grab a cup of strong coffee, I recommend a nice espresso or a cappuccino and get ready to be entertained and educated. Read More…